One-way Ticket Fast Boat from Sanur Bali or Nusa Penida

A 45-minute sea crossing connects Sanur and Nusa Penida, making this a practical way to move between Bali and the island without paying for a private boat. You can book a one-way ride in either direction and choose between Angel Billabong Fast Boat and El Rey Fast Cruise.

I like the low $12.22 fare and the useful choice of departure times, especially if you are fitting Nusa Penida into a larger Bali trip. I also like that the boat operators advertise modern facilities and high safety standards. The main catch is simple: hotel transfer is not included, so you must arrange your own way to the harbor.

Key points to know before booking

• The crossing takes about 45 minutes, offering a quick link between Bali and Nusa Penida.
• Two boat services are available: Angel Billabong Fast Boat and El Rey Fast Cruise.
• Sanur departures run from early morning to late afternoon, with Angel Billabong offering the widest choice.
• The Nusa Penida arrival point is Banjar Nyuh Harbor, not an unspecified beach landing.
• The ticket is one way, so you need a separate return arrangement if your plans take you back.
• Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before departure, but late changes and cancellations are not refunded.

A short crossing with a useful choice of schedules

The appeal here is not complicated. You are buying a seat on a fast boat between two popular Indonesian destinations, with a ride time of about 45 minutes and a low advertised fare.

That short duration matters. Nusa Penida is close to Bali, but the water crossing is still a key part of your plans. A boat that leaves at a workable time can save you from reshaping an entire day around transport. The range of departures also gives you more room to match the crossing to your hotel plans, sightseeing, or onward travel.

The service is offered in both directions. You can travel from Sanur Harbor to Banjar Nyuh Harbor on Nusa Penida, or make the reverse journey from Nusa Penida to Sanur. Since this is a one-way ticket, check the direction carefully before you pay.

At $12.22 per person, the fare is especially appealing for couples, families, and small groups watching transport costs. The price covers the fast boat ticket only. It does not include a hotel pickup or drop-off, so the total cost of your transfer will be higher if you need help reaching the harbor.

Choosing between Angel Billabong and El Rey

You have two named boat services to choose from: Angel Billabong Fast Boat and El Rey Fast Cruise. The main practical difference shown in the schedule is the number of sailing times.

Angel Billabong gives you the broader timetable:

Sanur to Nusa Penida

• 7:30 AM
• 8:30 AM
• 10:00 AM
• 2:15 PM
• 5:00 PM

Nusa Penida to Sanur

• 7:20 AM
• 9:00 AM
• 1:00 PM
• 4:00 PM

El Rey offers fewer options:

Sanur to Nusa Penida

• 8:15 AM
• 11:50 AM

Nusa Penida to Sanur

• 10:15 AM
• 5:00 PM

If your plans are fixed around a particular time, Angel Billabong may be the easier choice simply because it offers more departures. If the El Rey time fits your day better, there is no need to pay more just for the sake of having a longer timetable. The key is to compare the sailing time with your own schedule rather than choosing by name alone.

The listed times are local times in Indonesia. Give yourself enough room around the departure time for getting to the harbor and dealing with any unexpected delay on the road. The ticket information does not specify a check-in deadline, luggage allowance, or exact boarding procedure, so you should confirm those details after booking if they matter to your plans.

What the Sanur to Nusa Penida trip is like

The outward route starts at Sanur Harbor and ends at Banjar Nyuh Harbor on Nusa Penida. The advertised ride is about 45 minutes, so this is a transport service rather than a full-day boat excursion.

That distinction helps set expectations. You are not booking a guided sightseeing cruise with planned stops, commentary, or activities on the water. You are booking a direct transfer that gets you from one harbor to the other.

The sea itself is part of the experience. The service information highlights views across the water, and the short crossing gives you a chance to enjoy that setting without spending hours aboard. Still, the focus is transport. You should book it because it connects two destinations efficiently, not because it includes a separate sightseeing program.

Sanur is the Bali departure point, while Banjar Nyuh is the Nusa Penida arrival point. That specific arrival harbor is important when planning your next ride or meeting point on the island. The ticket does not include hotel transfer, and no land transport on Nusa Penida is included either.

If you are heading onward to accommodation or a sightseeing stop, arrange that separately. The information provided does not name a transfer company or give a fixed transfer price, so avoid assuming that transport from Banjar Nyuh is part of the boat fare.

Returning from Nusa Penida to Sanur

The reverse journey is just as useful if Nusa Penida is the first part of your trip. You can select a one-way ticket from Banjar Nyuh Harbor to Sanur Harbor using the return times shown above.

Angel Billabong has departures at 7:20 AM, 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 4:00 PM. El Rey has departures at 10:15 AM and 5:00 PM.

The schedules do not mirror each other exactly. That means you should not assume a morning trip to Nusa Penida automatically gives you a convenient morning return, or that the same operator has the best time in both directions.

For a return trip, check the date, direction, operator, and sailing time as four separate details. A one-way booking is useful when you want flexibility, but it also places the responsibility for the second crossing on you. If you already know when you will return, booking the other direction in advance may make your plans easier.

Comfort and safety on a 45-minute ride

The boats are described as having modern facilities and high safety standards. That is encouraging for a short sea crossing, particularly if you are not used to fast boats.

The information does not list individual facilities, seating types, onboard services, or accessibility features. I would therefore treat the comfort promise in sensible terms: the service is intended to provide a reasonably comfortable transfer, but it is not presented as a luxury cruise.

The short duration is a comfort advantage in itself. You spend less time at sea than you would on a slower service, and the ride fits neatly into a day of moving between islands. The tradeoff is that a fast boat can feel more active on the water than a slower vessel, though no specific sea conditions are given here.

Safety is described as a priority, but the information does not name particular equipment or procedures. If you have concerns about the boat itself, use the booking confirmation or provider contact details to request current information.

The provider is Info Ke Bali. A booking confirmation is received at the time of booking, giving you a written record of the selected service and time. Keep that confirmation available when organizing the rest of your transport.

Why the low price can work well

At $12.22 per person, this is a budget-friendly way to cover the main water transfer. The value is strongest when you want a straightforward ride and do not need a bundled excursion.

You are paying for one boat journey, not a complete door-to-door transfer. That keeps the ticket price low, but it also means you should add the cost and time of reaching Sanur Harbor and leaving Banjar Nyuh Harbor.

For a solo visitor, the modest fare may make booking ahead feel worthwhile, especially when a particular sailing time fits your plans. For a group, the savings add up quickly. A family of four, for example, pays four separate fares, but the basic transport cost remains easy to estimate.

The 4.9 out of 5 rating from 57 ratings, along with a 98 percent recommendation rate, supports the idea that the service is meeting its basic purpose well. The strongest praise is for the simple experience itself: the trip is described as good, and a group of sisters specifically enjoyed it enough to recommend it and consider returning. That points to a service that works best when you want an uncomplicated shared ride rather than a highly personalized tour.

The rating should not make you ignore the missing extras. No hotel transfer, guided tour, meal, or return ticket is included. The value depends on how much you want to arrange on your own.

Matching the departure time to your day

The schedule offers early, midmorning, afternoon, and evening options, but not every operator covers every part of the day.

Angel Billabong is the better match if you want the widest choice from Sanur, with departures starting at 7:30 AM and continuing through 5:00 PM. Its return service also covers early morning through late afternoon.

El Rey is more limited but may suit a specific plan. Its Sanur departures at 8:15 AM and 11:50 AM give you two clear options, while the 10:15 AM and 5:00 PM return times may fit a later departure from Nusa Penida.

Think about what the boat time means for your full day. An early boat can leave more daylight for plans after arrival, while a late boat may work better if you are already staying near the harbor or have a relaxed schedule. The supplied information does not state how much time you need before departure, so do not cut your road transfer too close.

A flexible timetable is useful, but it is not the same as unlimited flexibility. Once you select a departure, late changes are not accepted within 24 hours of the start time.

Who will get the most from this ticket

I would recommend this option to you if you need a simple island transfer at a modest price. It suits people who already know where they are staying, can arrange their own harbor transport, and want a choice of departure times.

It also works well for a small group. The service has a maximum capacity of 100 people, so it is not described as a private boat. If you prefer a shared service with a set timetable, that group size is worth keeping in mind.

This may be less suitable if you want a door-to-door package. Since hotel transfer is not included, you will need to coordinate the land portions yourself. It may also be a poor fit if you need a highly specific departure time that does not match either operator’s schedule.

Most people can participate according to the supplied information. Still, the details do not explain accessibility arrangements, seating, baggage rules, or procedures for particular medical needs. Ask Info Ke Bali before booking if any of those points are important to you.

Booking and cancellation details that matter

Confirmation is provided at the time of booking. Check it carefully for the selected route, date, operator, and departure time.

You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the experience start time. The cut-off follows local time, not the time zone you may be using elsewhere.

Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not refunded. Changes made within that same 24-hour period are not accepted. This policy is fairly clear, but it gives you little room if your road transfer, hotel plans, or flight schedule changes at the last minute.

I would book only after checking the rest of your day. The ticket is inexpensive, but the strict late-change rule means the best value comes when your schedule is settled.

Should you book the Sanur to Nusa Penida fast boat?

Book it if you want a low-cost, one-way crossing with a ride time of about 45 minutes and several departure choices. Angel Billabong is the stronger pick for timetable flexibility, while El Rey can work well when one of its specific times matches your plans.

The service is not a full transport package. You must handle hotel transfers, and you need to arrange a separate ticket for the return journey. If those limits suit you, the $12.22 fare, high 4.9 rating, and straightforward route make this a sensible way to link Sanur with Nusa Penida.

FAQ

How long does the fast boat journey take?

The journey takes approximately 45 minutes.

Is the ticket from Sanur to Nusa Penida or from Nusa Penida to Sanur?

You can book a one-way ticket in either direction. The Sanur route runs to Banjar Nyuh Harbor on Nusa Penida, and the return route runs from Banjar Nyuh Harbor to Sanur Harbor.

Which operators are available?

You can choose between Angel Billabong Fast Boat and El Rey Fast Cruise.

What are the Angel Billabong departure times from Sanur?

Angel Billabong departs from Sanur to Nusa Penida at 7:30 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 2:15 PM, and 5:00 PM.

What are the Angel Billabong departure times from Nusa Penida?

Angel Billabong departs from Nusa Penida to Sanur at 7:20 AM, 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 4:00 PM.

What are the El Rey departure times?

El Rey departs from Sanur to Nusa Penida at 8:15 AM and 11:50 AM. From Nusa Penida to Sanur, departures are at 10:15 AM and 5:00 PM.

Is hotel transfer included?

No. Hotel transfer is not included in the one-way fast boat ticket.

How many people can participate?

The activity has a maximum capacity of 100 people. Most people can participate.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted or refunded.